TEHRAN: Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will visit China on Tuesday, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday, ahead of a third round of nuclear talks between Tehran and Washington. In a trip to Moscow last week, Araqchi said that Tehran always closely consults with its friends, Russia and China, over the nuclear issue.
"It is natural that we will consult and brief China over the latest developments in Iran-US indirect talks," Baghaei said, adding that Beijing can play a constructive role in this process. Long-time foes Iran and the US started negotiations earlier this month with the aim of placing limits on Tehran's nuclear programme.
"The policy of maximum pressure is not just against Iran but also other countries and goes against freedom of trade. In the case of China, sanctions also seek to disrupt south-south cooperation," Baghaei said. "China and Iran have maintained exchanges and contacts at all levels and in various fields. With regard to the specific visit mentioned, I have no information to offer at the moment," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday regarding Araqchi's upcoming visit. — Reuters
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